Low also reported that Pruitt is expected to continue to lead the Crimson Tide defense in the College Football Playoff as the team is preparing for its first matchup against Clemson on New Year’s Day.

Making approximately $4 million a year would put Pruitt right in the middle of the pack when it comes to SEC head coaches, at least based on 2017 salaries. Exactly half of the coaches in the conference earned $4 million or more this season, not including bonuses.